Motor Authority
MAY 20, 2024
EV front trunks, or frunks, provide handy storage space, but a recent Ford patent filing points to a way to make them even more useful. The filing in question outlines giving frunks climate control. It was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 19 but originally filed by Ford in 2022—roughly the same.
AutoDealer Today
MAY 24, 2024
Supply backlog of 2023 vehicles nearly at prepandemic level.
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Autocar
MAY 24, 2024
The scheme’s largest - and flagship - vehicle is the Volvo FE Boniface Slidebed recovery truck Pilot EV trial will allow the UK recovery service to gauge their effectiveness in real-world scenarios The AA has become the first roadside assistance firm to use fully electric vehicles, launching a new fleet of electric vans and trucks to prepare for its transition to net-zero emissions and investigate the use of EVs in “real-life settings”.
Carscoops
MAY 18, 2024
This silver 2004 Rolls-Royce Phantom is being offered for a pittance, with an asking price of $69,950. Featuring a smooth V12, luxury accommodation, suicide doors, and more, it’s a tempting offer. However, the sales ad reveals that the car underwent $78,913 worth of repairs last year, which should be a red flag for owners who want a bargain. If I can make a bold claim, if you’re reading this website, you’ve likely fantasized about buying a slightly older luxury vehicle for a su
Motor Authority
MAY 24, 2024
BMW will use the 2024 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este running this weekend on the shores of Italy's Lake Como to present the Concept Skytop, an open-top two-seater packing a powerful V-8 engine. New model launches are dominated today by electric vehicles, typically in an SUV form factor, but the Concept Skytop reminds us of a not-so-distant past.
CarExpert
MAY 20, 2024
They may be the two best-selling electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, but the Tesla Model Y and Model 3 are nevertheless the latest EVs to receive price cuts. Overnight, Tesla shaved $5000 off the price of its entry-level Model Y RWD (now priced from $55,900 before on-road costs) and cut $4000 from the base Model 3 RWD (now $54,900 before on-road costs).
Autocar
MAY 23, 2024
Many Instavolt chargers have had their cables stolen, with Gridserve also a victim Cables taken for precious metals across UK; Instavolt has suffered 174 thefts from 27 sites Drivers deterred from purchasing an electric car by range anxiety and high list prices can now add another item to their list of worries: public chargers having their cables stolen.
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Motor Authority
MAY 22, 2024
Electric cars don't require multiple gears, but they still have transmissions. And General Motors is working on a way to make them better. A patent filing from the automaker detailing a new type of clutch actuation for EV transmissions recently surfaced. It was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) May 16, 2024, and.
Carscoops
MAY 22, 2024
Mercerdes-AMG PureSpeed roadster unveiled ahead of this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix First car from exclusive Mythos series of special cars is limited to 250 units PureSpeed is based on latest SL but incorporates AMG One and F1 design cues like halo rollover bar Mercedes-AMG has revealed the first car in its Mythos series, the PureSpeed. It’s an SL-based roadster that features design cues from F1, including a halo-style rollover protection.
Autocar
MAY 22, 2024
Shark nose returns, converging around the kidney grille Shark-nosed targa-top coupé hints at potential replacement for 8 Series A promotional video for a new BMW concept car, dubbed the Skytop, has leaked online ahead of its official unveiling. A svelte targa-topped coupé, it appears to preview an eventual replacement for the BMW 8 Series. It retains that car’s long wheelbase and swooping silhouette, but introduces several new design cues, with more clearly defined body lines and slim LED lights
Drive.com
MAY 23, 2024
After years of speculation about the benefits of an electric vehicle fleet within the Australian Defence Force, the Government is now beginning discussions with the industry. The Australian Government has begun talks with industry members about transitioning the Australian Defence Force’s vehicle fleet to electric. According to website Defence Connect, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles, along with Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy and Dan Repacholi MP, me
Motor Authority
MAY 21, 2024
Jaguar is bidding farewell to the internal-combustion engine, as the automaker plans to exclusively sell electric vehicles starting from 2025. None of the current range will remain, including the I-Pace electric crossover. To mark the occasion, Jaguar last week revealed the F-Pace 90th Anniversary Edition, which the automaker confirmed as the.
Carscoops
MAY 21, 2024
Kenworth has unveiled their eco-friendly SuperTruck 2. It features an aerodynamic design that provides a 48% reduction in drag. The model also sports a lightweight design and an efficient diesel engine with a 48V mild hybrid system. Honda isn’t the only company making a splash at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo as Kenworth has unveiled their SuperTruck 2.
Autocar
MAY 21, 2024
Second-generation of AMG's flagship super sports car gets four seats and four-wheel drive Confirmation bias must be something that car-makers account for when they’re doing their market research - mustn’t it? In press material - for cars like this new Mercedes-AMG GT sports car, and so many others - the feedback of owners of the outgoing model is treated with gospel reverence.
Auto Blog
MAY 22, 2024
Filed under: Rumormill , Hyundai , Coupe , Concept Cars , Electric , Future Vehicles , Hybrid , Hydrogen Cars , Performance Continue reading Hyundai N74 hydrogen supercar is reportedly closer to reality Hyundai N74 hydrogen supercar is reportedly closer to reality originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2024 10:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Motor Authority
MAY 21, 2024
Lamborghini will launch its first electric vehicle in 2028, but it won't be one of the brand's traditional supercars. In an interview with Bloomberg published on Sunday, Stephan Winkelmann, Lamborghini's CEO, said demand for electric supercars remains nascent, and that Lamborghini plans to take a wait-and-see approach. The automaker is currently.
Carscoops
MAY 23, 2024
New BYD BD11 London bus has four hub motors, 532 kWh battery and can charge at 500 kW. Features driver assistance systems commonplace on modern cars. This model is designed for London, but different versions for other UK regions will follow. Chinese automakers like BYD are starting to make their presence felt in Europe and the UK with models like the Dolphin, and come 2025, the $9,000 Seagull will be also be available.
Autocar
MAY 22, 2024
Hardcore debut model from Merc's new Mythos luxury brand gets an F1 halo and motorsport-inspired livery Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the Purespeed concept, a first look at the introductory entry in its upcoming line of limited-volume Mythos models. A prelude to the first car in the range, it is a two-seat speedster based on the SL roadster which swaps a conventional windscreen for an F1-inspired halo.
CarExpert
MAY 23, 2024
A landmark study into UK car crashes has found hybrids and electric vehicles (EVs) are disproportionately represented in pedestrian incidents – or at least, they were. The Guardian reported the results of a study documenting 32 billion miles (51.5 billion kilometres) of EV travel, as well as 3 trillion miles (4.8 trillion kilometres) of petrol and diesel car trips, compiled by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
Motor Authority
MAY 24, 2024
For its tuning program for the seventh-generation Ford Mustang, Shelby American decided to start at the top. It unveiled a new generation of the Super Snake in April, offering buyers a track-tuned Mustang with more than 830 hp on tap. The configurator for the 2024 model year is now up on Shelby's website, and reveals a price tag of $159,995 for.
Carscoops
MAY 23, 2024
Jeremy Clarkson has been named the sexiest man alive in the UK and Ireland Clarkson takes home the trophy for the second year running 2,000 female members of dating site “IllicitEncounters” voted in the poll Stand aside, Prince Harry, and move over Benedict Cumberbatch. Because the man who recently claimed he was too “unfit and fat and old” to continue filming the Grand Tour has been crowned the UK’s and Ireland’s sexiest man.
Autocar
MAY 21, 2024
The jostling to fill the supermini void left by the Ford Fiesta continues with a model that's all about comfort The Ford Fiesta may be dead, yet its rivals have taken the initiative by trying to make a new supermini that becomes the default choice in the class.New Renault Clio, Suzuki Swift and MG 3 models have all been launched in recent months to try to take the Fiesta's crown, and now the new Citroën C3 is making its bid.The C3 is a visually identical petrol-powered sibling to the new Citroën
AutoSuccessOnline
MAY 21, 2024
In the AutoSuccess Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney interviews Bill Wittenmyer from DealerOn , discussing the current challenges and strategies for car dealerships. Dealerships are struggling with staffing and performance due to a significant portion of salespeople and managers being new to the industry post-COVID. This lack of experience affects their ability to negotiate and manage effectively.
Auto Blog
MAY 22, 2024
Filed under: Green , Ford , Buying Guide , New Car Reviews , Truck , Hybrid , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles , Performance Continue reading 2024 Ford F-150 Review: Refresh adds new looks, greater utility, more tech 2024 Ford F-150 Review: Refresh adds new looks, greater utility, more tech originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 22 May 2024 06:00:00 EDT.
Carscoops
MAY 20, 2024
Italian authorities seized 134 Fiat Topolino electric vehicles at the port of Livorno due to small Italian flag stickers on the cars. Prosecutors claim the flags mislead customers as the car is actually made in Morocco, alongside Citroen Ami and Opel Rocks Electric. The seized vehicles remain at the port, and it’s unclear if Stellantis will face legal consequences for the flag stickers.
Autocar
MAY 20, 2024
Elysia claimed its software can improve range by 10%, as well as reduce charging times JLR taps Oxfordshire firm to boost the range of its EVs by 10% and extend battery life by 30% JLR will use new battery management software in its upcoming electric cars that is claimed by its maker to boost their range, performance and lifespan – without the need for any additional hardware.
CarExpert
MAY 21, 2024
An ambitious plan to create an electric Toyota HiLux in Australia has floundered through a lack of funding. ROEV, an electric vehicle and software startup, has been forced to cancel its HiLux plan after working on the project for more than two years. It had been holding solid orders for its HiLux, including strong interest from mining companies, but was unable to raise the $5 million to move into full-scale production.
Auto Blog
MAY 21, 2024
Filed under: GM , Technology Continue reading GM seeks to patent a system that evaluates your mental well-being GM seeks to patent a system that evaluates your mental well-being originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 21 May 2024 11:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 22, 2024
California leads the nation in EV adoption but it’s losing funding it would normally receive from gas taxes. In an effort to bridge the gap, it has proposed a mileage tax on all road users. Now, it’s beginning a pilot program to test out how well it works for the public. Several states use gas tax funds to repair roads and infrastructure.
Autocar
MAY 21, 2024
Both the Senna hypercar and the MCL38 F1 racer receive special schemes One-off hypercar and Formula 1 racer schemes reference the legendary driver’s life and achievements McLaren has commemorated the 30th anniversary of the death of Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna with a pair of special liveries that will make their debut at this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix.
AutoSuccessOnline
MAY 22, 2024
In the latest episode of the AutoSuccess Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney sits down with Ryan Maher from BizzyCar to discuss the pressing issue of warranty recalls in the automotive industry and how BizzyCar is revolutionizing the recall process for dealerships. Ryan highlights the immense scale of warranty recalls in the United States, with over 70 million vehicles affected.
Auto Blog
MAY 23, 2024
Filed under: Ford , First Drives , Truck , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles , Performance Continue reading 2024 Ford Raptor R First Drive: 720 horses of sand-blasting fury 2024 Ford Raptor R First Drive: 720 horses of sand-blasting fury originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 23 May 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 19, 2024
A US customer received a brand new Ford Mustang Dark Horse with mismatched taillights. The ‘incorrect’ tail light appears to be the same as the ones used in Mustangs destined for export markets like the Australia and Europe. The owner is hoping Ford replaces the US-spec taillight with the “incorrect” one, creating a one-of-a-kind Mustang Dark Horse.
Autocar
MAY 23, 2024
The Twin Tail is powered by a 248bhp 1.8-litre engine from the standard Alpine A110 Alpine A220-inspired, Zagato road-racer is one of the most expensive four-cylinder cars to go on sale The Zagato AGTZ Twin Tail, the famed design house’s modern reinterpretation of the Alpine A220 Le Mans racer, will make its debut at Lake Como, Italy, this weekend. Based on the Alpine A110 , it is a 248bhp ultra-lightweight racer for the road, borne out of a joint venture between Zagato and Polish supercar deale
CarExpert
MAY 20, 2024
More than 1.2 million driver’s licence holders in New South Wales have had a demerit point removed from their record, following the first year of a trial intended to encourage safer driving habits amid a rising road toll in the state. Introduced as an election promise , New South Wales motorists who previously had demerit points added to their record were told they would have one point wiped – provided they didn’t have any infringements recorded between January 17, 2023 and January 1
Auto Blog
MAY 23, 2024
Filed under: Ford , Car Buying , Convertible , Coupe , Special and Limited Editions , Performance Continue reading 2024 Shelby Super Snake starts at $160,000, offers four options 2024 Shelby Super Snake starts at $160,000, offers four options originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 23 May 2024 15:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 24, 2024
Matt Rimac isn’t afraid of potential penalties that might come with combustion-car production in the future. His comments indicate that the brand will keep making ICE cars through 2035. He also believes that the brand could end up building fuel stations at customer homes. The Chiron’s replacement is coming and Bugatti’s CEO Matt Rimac is understandably excited.
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